Security Operation Analyst
Barclays · Pune Division, Maharashtra, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Pune Division, Maharashtra, India
Job highlights
- Manage security operations and incident response.
- Ensure compliance and operational resilience.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
- Implement solutions to protect sensitive information.
- Identify and assess infrastructure vulnerabilities.
About the role
Security Operations Analyst
Join Barclays as a Security Operations Analyst, where you will collaborate closely with vendors (e.g., DXC), internal teams (e.g., JOC, SMEs), and external auditors to ensure compliance, maintain operational resilience, and continuously improve the security posture of the organisation. At Barclays, we don't just anticipate the future - we're creating it.
Purpose of the role
To develop, implement, and maintain solutions that support the safeguarding of the bank's systems and sensitive information.
Accountabilities
- Provision of subject matter expertise on security systems and engineering patterns.
- Development and implementation of protocols, algorithms, and software applications to protect sensitive data and systems.
- Management and protection of secrets, ensuring that they are securely generated, stored, and used.
- Execution of audits to monitor, identify, and assess vulnerabilities in the bank's infrastructure/software and support the response to potential security breaches.
- Identification of advancements to support the innovation and adoption of new cryptographic technologies and techniques.
- Collaboration across the bank, including developers and security teams, to ensure that cryptographic solutions align with business objectives, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Development/Implementation and maintenance of Identity and Access Management solutions and systems.
Analyst Expectations
- To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
- Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
- Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
- For an individual contributor, develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
- Partner with other functions and business areas.
- Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
- Escalate breaches of policies/procedure appropriately.
- Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
- Advise and influence decision-making within own area of expertise.
- Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to.
- Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
- Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisation's products, services, and processes within the function.
- Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
- Make evaluative judgments based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
- Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
- Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex/sensitive information.
- Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.
All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.
Key skills/competency
- Incident Management & Response
- Vulnerability Management
- Audit & Compliance Support
- Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
- Reporting & Analysis
- General Security Operations & Consultation
- SIEM tools (ArcSight, Sumo Logic)
- Vulnerability management (Qualys)
- SOAR platforms
- Identity and Access Management
Skills & topics
- Security Operations Analyst
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Management
- SIEM
- SOAR
- Cybersecurity
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- Access Management
- Information Security
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance relevant to Security Operations Analyst roles.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize proficiency with SIEM, SOAR, and vulnerability management tools like Qualys.
- Demonstrate understanding: Articulate knowledge of security frameworks (PCI DSS) and audit processes in your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss risk management, security protocols, and stakeholder coordination.
- Research Barclays: Understand their values, digital transformation efforts, and commitment to security.
Technical preparation
Master SIEM and SOAR tool functionalities.,Practice vulnerability analysis and reporting.,Study PCI DSS and audit framework requirements.,Automate security tasks with scripting.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling a security breach.,How do you ensure compliance?,How do you manage stakeholders?,How do you approach continuous improvement?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Security Operations Analyst at Barclays?
- The primary responsibilities include developing and implementing security solutions, managing incidents, conducting vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with frameworks like PCI DSS, and collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to safeguard the bank's systems and sensitive information.
- What technical skills are essential for the Security Operations Analyst role at Barclays?
- Essential technical skills include experience with SIEM tools (ArcSight, Sumo Logic), vulnerability management tools (Qualys), and SOAR platforms. Familiarity with PCI DSS, P2PE, and digital certificate validation is also highly valued.
- Does Barclays require specific certifications for the Security Operations Analyst position?
- While relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCNP are considered a plus and highly valued, they are not strictly required. Barclays focuses on a combination of technical skills, experience, and understanding of security principles.
- How does Barclays approach continuous improvement in security operations?
- Barclays emphasizes continuous improvement through regular audits, vulnerability assessments, identification of technological advancements, and close collaboration with teams to innovate and adopt new security techniques and solutions.
- What is the role of collaboration in the Security Operations Analyst position at Barclays?
- Collaboration is key. You will work closely with vendors like DXC, internal teams such as the JOC and SMEs, external auditors, developers, and other security teams to ensure security solutions align with business objectives and policies.
- How are candidates assessed for the Security Operations Analyst role at Barclays?
- Candidates are assessed on critical skills such as risk and controls, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology understanding, as well as job-specific technical skills. Behavioral aspects like leadership and problem-solving are also evaluated.
- What are the key values and mindset expected of colleagues at Barclays?
- All colleagues are expected to embody Barclays Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. The Barclays Mindset includes Empower, Challenge, and Drive.